HQ Function

Serves as the nation's largest no-kill sanctuary for companion animals, a center for animal care innovation, volunteer engagement, and a model for humane animal sheltering practices.

Notable Features:

A sprawling 3,700-acre sanctuary nestled in Angel Canyon, featuring specialized animal areas like Dogtown, Cat World, Horse Haven, Piggy Paradise, Bunny House, and Parrot Garden. It includes a state-of-the-art veterinary clinic and visitor education facilities.

Work Culture:

A passionate, mission-driven environment deeply committed to animal welfare. The culture fosters compassion, collaboration, innovation in animal care, and a strong dedication to the no-kill philosophy.

HQ Significance:

The Kanab sanctuary is the heart of Best Friends' mission, demonstrating the success of the no-kill model on a large scale. It inspires and educates thousands of visitors, volunteers, and animal welfare professionals annually.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters embodies values of kindness, compassion, leadership in animal welfare, community, stewardship, and the unwavering belief that every animal deserves a chance at life.

Location:

Best Friends Animal Society's primary focus is on achieving no-kill status across the United States by 2025. This is supported through their National Network Partner program, which includes over 4,700 shelters, rescue groups, and other animal welfare organizations. While their direct operations are US-based, their innovative lifesaving models, research, data analysis, and educational resources are shared internationally, influencing and guiding animal welfare practices worldwide. They also occasionally engage in international animal rescue efforts during major crises and advocate for global animal welfare improvements.

Street Address:

5001 Angel Canyon Road

City:

Kanab

State/Province:

UT

Country:

USA